SPECIAL HALLOWEEN EDITION!!!
With last minute costume ideas for every sign!

Year of the Rat – Hexagram #54
“The Merry Maid”
(Thunder over Lake)

Break out the broom and get to your domestic duties. Making the place nice has a huge improvement on your mood. Meditate on the transitory nature of your shabby sofa. You know you can get a new one, right? Obey the Horse’s command.

Costume Idea: You could try to squeeze into that French maid costume AGAIN this year or accept that you’ve grown up and go as a good witch.

Year of the Ox – Hexagram #10
“Dead Man Walking”
(Heaven over Lake)

‘Tis the season to honor the dead. There are traditions to be followed. Make sure everyone knows the rules. There’s crazies out there, you know. Exercise caution. Borrow something from the Cock.

Costume Idea: The appeal of going as a zombie is no one expects you to run any where.

Year of the Tiger – Hexagram #42
“Pot o’ Gold”
(Wood over Thunder)

What ever scheme you have cooked up is starting to pay off. The contents of your pot are multiplying like flubber. Too bad you can only take as many chips as you have pockets. Grab one of those big cups to hold your blessings. Tip the Dragon well.

Costume Idea: I’m the leprechaun!

Year of the Rabbit – Hexagram #47
“The Rabbit Hole”
(Lake over Water)

Go to your secret place, there you will find refuge from the torments of the normal people. A fantastic voyage awaits you in the bath. Lock the door. Shut off the phone. Call the Monkey back later.

Costume Idea: If you do decide to go out after all, brush off your Slash hat.

Year of the Dragon – Hexagram #9
“Small Responsibilities”
(Wood over Heaven)

The winds are moving high above the clouds. A few puffs accumulate here and there. There is nothing much going on. Its a good time to count the money in your change jar. Don’t forget to feed the cat. Enjoy a secret with the Ox.

Costume Idea: Go as yourself, you ironic hipster.

Year of the Snake – Hexagram #33
“Meat Treat”
(Heaven over Mountain)

You know in a cartoon when a character is really hungry and hallucinates that some other person is a bug haunch of meat? Yeah, You’re the meat. Look for a discreet exit and take it before you get eaten alive. The Pig understands.

Costume Idea: Lady Gaga

Year of the Horse – Hexagram #51
“Alarming Discovery”
(Double Thunder)

You may have an unnerving experience while doing something outside of your usual comfort zone, like flying a kite in the rain. Even if it knocks you on your rear, the benefit exceeds your comprehension at this time. Go about your daily business. You’ll figure it out later. The Sheep is your witness.

Costume Idea: Streaking Pumpkin-head!
Year of the Sheep – Hexagram #62
“Tight Passage”
(Thunder over Mountain)

The thunder rolls and the little bird flies downward. It is a sign to go home and see what has come to pass while you were away. Genuine feelings are a better gift than anything you could buy, so bring extra. Give the Rat a meaningful hug.

Costume Idea: Sailors are sexy!

Year of the Monkey – Hexagram #58
“Exchange”
(Double Lake)

Ideas take on new life when they are shared. Meet up with friends for cards and banter. You feed off of each others energy and everyone is rejuvenated. The Cock gives you an opening.

Costume Idea: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. (ProTip: if you’re the fifth friend, go as April, or Splinter, or anyone else…seriously)
Year of the Cock – Hexagram 43
“Eureka!”
(Lake over Heaven)

Same hexagram again this month! You’re just bursting with realizations. Keep in mind, some of your ideas may be a bit avant-garde. Keep them to yourself for now. The Rabbit is not ready.

Costume Idea: Any notable wizard.
Year of the Dog – Hexagram 22
“Flaming Grace”
(Mountain over Fire)

There are buds all about. Like little flames they light up the environment. Stop and inhale. Appreciate transient beauty as it flickers before you. Send the Snake out for tacos.

Costume Idea: You wanted to be Cheech, but you forgot where you put your mustasch.

Year of the Pig – Hexagram 52
“The Great Pyramid”
(Double Mountain)

This is a resting phase. Stop what you are doing and take some time to meditate. The answers are inscribed within. Roll with the Dog.

Costume Idea: Toilet paper mummies are cheap and easy.